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Camping near Bolton Landing, NY
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Bolton Landing, New York offers campgrounds ranging from primitive tent sites on Lake George islands to full-service RV parks with pools and organized activities, all within the surrounding Adirondack region. Lake George Islands sites, including Long Island Group Campground, offer unique boat-in camping opportunities on the pristine waters of Lake George. The area features established campgrounds with varying amenities, from primitive tent sites to full-service RV parks with hookups. Rogers Rock Campground and Lake George RV Park represent the spectrum of options, with the former providing a more rustic experience and the latter offering resort-style amenities including pools, entertainment, and organized activities.
Many campgrounds in the Lake George region operate seasonally, typically from May through October, with peak season running from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, especially for waterfront sites. "I've been coming to this spot nearly every year since I was a little girl. It's really the image of what a campground should look like to me—lots of untouched woods with well-shaded little dirt plots, access to fresh water and some electricity, clean bathhouses, cliffs and small beaches to jump into the 30 miles of crystal clear water," noted one camper about Rogers Rock. Weather conditions can change rapidly in the Adirondacks, with summer thunderstorms common and temperatures cooling significantly at night even in summer months.
The waterfront camping near Bolton Landing distinguishes this area from other destinations, with sites offering direct access to swimming, boating, and fishing. Lake George provides crystal-clear waters ideal for recreation, while surrounding forest areas offer hiking opportunities. Several visitors emphasized the privacy and unique experience of island camping in the Lake George Islands system. As one camper described, "When camping on Lake George, staying on an island to camp is a must-do. We rented kayaks and actually reserved a spot on our own private island." Campgrounds closer to Lake George Village tend to be more developed and family-oriented, while those further north near Bolton Landing often provide more seclusion and natural surroundings. Campers frequently mention the balance between accessibility to town amenities and the feeling of being immersed in the Adirondack wilderness.
Best Campgrounds near Bolton Landing (210)
1. Lake George Escape Campground
"Campground is placed 10 minutes from the bottom of Lake George with great hiking trails in the surrounding area. The campground it’s self it’s very clean in every aspect."
"Restaurant and bar right next to the pool. Decent size spots."
2. Hearthstone Point Campground
"I am so thankful that l live close to the Adirondack park- where there are so many places to camp within this huge park."
"Close to Lake George. Went on the trolley to the village. New adventure."
from $22 - $40 / night
Check Availability3. Moose Hillock Camping Resorts
"Golf cart rentals (4 and 6 person) were expensive so we just walked the park multiple days. Each site is gigantic and well thought out and can easily say there is not a bad site in the place."
"The park is very large so if you want to be near the pool/entertainment area or nearby bathrooms, pick your site accordingly."
4. Lake George RV Park
"**Lake George RV Park may be the greatest campground we’ve stayed at yet!"
"We rented a golf cart from an outside course which was SUPER expensive, so it would be nice if the campground offered their own rentals, but if that's our only complaint, we're happy campers."
5. Lake George Riverview Campground
"This campground sits on the Schroon River just a few miles north of downtown Lake George and is very easy to access from I-87."
"You're 4 miles away from Lake George's downtown which is a great area. Plenty of nearby hikes. Each campsite had a BBQ-like fire pit. Campground has a very nice basketball court, pool and playground."
from $41 - $75 / night
Check Availability6. Rogers Rock Campground
"For the last three years, we have traveled with dozens of friends and families to Rogers Rock Campground, which is tucked into the north end of the gorgeous 32 mile-long oasis that is Lake George."
"Ive been coming to this spot nearly every year since I was a little girl."
from $22 - $172 / night
Check Availability7. King Phillip's Campground
"Very easy to find very easy to maneuver around into the campsites. Nice large campsites clean bathrooms. Very easy access to the village at Lake George and a great bike path."
"I’m rating this campground as a 5/5 because of the location. We road the bike path each day to and from Lake George."
8. Luzerne Campground
"The only campground in all of New York that acquires to house back riders. There are campsites that also come with stalls for your horse!"
"We get our site close to the lake so we can walk down and swim and my husband fishes. The showers are so nice and private and clean. Love that we can rent boats too."
from $22 - $40 / night
Check Availability9. Long Island Group — Lake George Islands
from $28 / night
Check Availability10. Whippoorwill Campsites
"Great campground if you want to shop at the outlets to the south or hang out in the village of Lake George to the north. There is a huge bike path that leads to the village and the outlets. "
"The private access to the bike path in the back is a nice addition. Overall, a great stay and couldn't have asked for more. We'll be back."
from $50 - $60 / night
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Drive Time
- 21 min from Glens Falls, NY
- 1 hr 4 min from Albany, NY
- 1 hr 41 min from Burlington, VT
- 1 hr 47 min from Pittsfield, MA
Recent Camping Photos near Bolton Landing, NY
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Recent Reviews near Bolton Landing, NY
790 Reviews of 210 Bolton Landing Campgrounds
Jessica M.
GuideKelley Stand Rd - NF Dispersed Camping
Interesting, decent site
Free dispersed camping site in the Green Mountain National Forest, off a dirt road. The site curves around past the driveway so you can tuck up into the trees to be more private. The upper part there has a circular open area, surrounded by thin trees. There’s a fire ring set up midway on the site. It felt more isolated than other sites I’ve stayed at and there were quite a few animal sounds in the woods, including large animal bones left past the treeline. They seem to be left behind from people (based off of how the bones were cut). Dispersed camping so don’t expect facilities of any sort. Decent site and pretty large compared to some of the other spots. Heard Barred Owls in the distance which was awesome. Uploaded a video of the site at night and pics of the area on a map that my friend was able to pull up.
- Jessica M.Guide
Dispersed site along Forest RD 71
Cute dispersed spot
Went with a friend on an impromptu last minute camping trip up in the NF and hoped we could find a spot on a Friday night. Quite a few spots were taken but there were still some free ones. We stayed at one near the creek just over a little bridge. Cute little site, nice fire pit, clean, perfect rock to put a big water jug on. The sound of running water was soothing. In the morning, adorable little red squirrels with big personalities made themselves known and there were wildflowers blooming all over with hummingbirds going about their business. This is dispersed camping so there’s no rest rooms, running water, etc. The particular site we stayed at did have another site on the other side of the creek and we could hear the family during the day and see them as they walked past, so it wasn’t as isolated as some of the other sites. It was a cute spot and I’ll def be back.
- DDwight F.Guide
Moffitt Beach Campground
Many waterfront sites,bathrooms clean.
Got a super site almost level with the water. Went for a swim. Oddly, the lake has no plant life, but a sand bottom. Lots of ducks. Many people enjoying the shallow warm water on kayaks and such. Most sites level. The bathrooms did not offer hot water, or any way to dry your hands .They were clean, and enough to go around. The showers on the other hand were quite distant. A 5 minute walk . But clean, and plentiful. I guess better that than dirty and close by? No hiking trails is a letdown, but here its all about the lake.
Maureen G.GuideLake Durant Campground
Beautiful lakeside campground
Shadey lakeside campground with large sites, mine has easy lake access.
- KKevin F.Traveler
Krawczyk Farm
Dyrt done messed up
Dyrt done messed up! So far, very disappointed in this app. Difficult to use! We reserved this spot through Dyrt. The directions to the campground are way off. The host was not notified that we were coming. Don’t trust Dyrt; contact the campground asap after you reserve through Dyrt to confirm the reservation directly and confirm the address and directions.
- ddan H.Guide
Crown Point Campground
NY State park campground. Worth staying at
Good size campground with three loops. 2 shower / restroom facilities. Many of the sites are simply grass. There are a few gravel ones. The staff has no problem with driving on the or parking on grass. All sites have a firepit. Wood can be obtained locally. There is no store at the camp. There is only one dump station. There is a boat launch with limited trailer parking although when we stayed (Aug 2026) the water was only 18 in to 2 ft deep at docks. Heavily choked with vegetation. Shower facilities were clean enough but could use more attention, heavy cobwebs at lights, corners and edges of shower pretty dark with mold. Plenty of fresh water spigots throughout the camp. Camp is on the banks of lake Champlain, although only a couple sites have a lake view. Ruins of two pre-revolutionary war forts are within walking distance and offer a great introduction to life in the early 18th century. Fort Ticonderoga is a 30 min drive and will take most of the day to tour. Well worth the trip. Only 3 min drive to Vermont. I would stay again.
Matt S.
LegendMoose Hillock Camping Resorts
Huge sites but sloped, dirty, and pricey
We spent a long weekend at Moose Hillock in Fort Ann, New York, to visit Lake George. This is a difficult place for me to review. But I’ll do my best to share my experience.
The pool is the main attraction here and probably the largest and most ridiculous I’ve ever seen at a campground. Great for young kids.
THINGS I LIKED:
— The sites are enormous and private, probably the biggest sites we’ve ever seen at any campground we’ve stayed at.
— The mature trees are everywhere, great for privacy.
— It’s located about 25-minutes to the heart of Lake George. Easy drive away but not in the loud and busy area.
— The camp store is pretty good and sells snacks, drinks, basic supplies, and souvenirs.
THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH:
— Our site(# 709) was sloped, so much that even with leveling boards under the rear wheels, rear jacks fully extended and front jacks fully retracted, we couldn’t level. That’s annoying and so easily fixed by a campground this size with this array of equipment and resources.
— Except for the entry roads, the rest of the park is gravel and dirt, which was extremely dusty. Our vehicles and our stuff were instantly covered by this dusty dirt which was a never-ending battle to keep outside.
— I’m ok paying premium money for a great site, but this site wasn’t matched to the price. I paid$647.38 for 3-nights. That’s$215.79 per night.
WOULD WE COME BACK?
Probably not. For me, having a level site that’s not covered in dirt and dust is important— especially when it costs$215 per night. There’s a much nicer park about 10-minutes away(closer to Lake George) where we’ve stayed in the past. The sites are smaller, but they’re level.
Shannon C.TravelerChapel Pond Camping
NOT good for Prius
The spot seemed nice enough and had other campers set up at 8p on a Monday. The road was not good for my 2008 Prius and I messed up the underside trying to turn around
Guide to Bolton Landing
Camping near Bolton Landing, New York typically runs from mid-May through early October, with temperatures ranging from 40-80°F during the main season. The area sits at approximately 900 feet elevation along Lake George's western shore, where the forest meets the water. Many campgrounds have waterfront access but limited cell service, particularly at northern sites where the mountains block signals.
What to do
Paddling adventures: The Schroon River at Lake George Riverview Campground offers excellent kayaking opportunities. "We had a site on the river and it was beautiful! The river is the attraction at this Campground that provides hours of entertainment. My kids really enjoyed fishing& floating in the river," notes one visitor.
Bike trail access: Many campgrounds connect to the region's paved trail system. At Whippoorwill Campsites, "The private access to the bike path in the back is a nice addition. The paved bike path goes along the back of the campground and runs between Lake George and Glen Falls."
Horseback riding: Luzerne Campground is uniquely equipped for horse owners. "The only campground in all of New York that acquires to house back riders. There are campsites that also come with stalls for your horse!" This makes it a perfect base for trail riding in the surrounding forest.
What campers like
Spacious, private sites: Moose Hillock Camping Resorts stands out for its site layout. "The sites at this park are huge. You could have parked three RVs in our site. Added bonus is that there is nice separation between sites with trees and shrubs that block out your neighbors and provide lots of privacy."
Island camping experiences: Long Island Group — Lake George Islands offers a unique camping environment. "Worth a trip from just about anywhere. Absolutely beautiful and you can't beat camping on an island," reports one camper who enjoyed the boat-in camping.
Swimming options: Rogers Rock Campground features direct lake access. "I was lucky to book a site (#68) on the water. Beautiful views and morning sun. There is a nice trail to walk that follows along the shoreline. Each site has a fireplace and table."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most Lake George area campgrounds operate from mid-May through early October. "We camped in May, there were quite a few bugs. Mostly mosquitos that were quite pesky but I'm guessing they may die down in the season and also depend on if your site is near standing water."
Reservation timing: Hearthstone Point Campground fills quickly, especially waterfront sites. "The sites near the water fill up pretty quickly, so book well in advance if that's your choice. My entire family goes every year and we really look forward to our vacation away."
Transportation options: Many campgrounds offer trolley service to avoid parking issues. "The trolley will pick you up out front to go into town. This helps avoid all the traffic at Lake George by riding bikes into town."
Noise levels: Road noise can be an issue at some campgrounds. "Friday and Saturday night there was a ton of street noise from Rt9. I would advise to get a spot away from the road."
Tips for camping with families
Family entertainment options: Lake George Escape Campground offers extensive kids' programming. "So many activities, dance floor and kids meals comes in frisbee plates. You can mine for gold, chill by the pool or even try your shot at archery! Something for everyone here, teen nights, family days and everything in between."
Community fire pits: Social spaces help kids make friends. "There are fire pits at every campsite along with a large community fire pit to socialize with and meet other campers. It's a great way to let the kids find someone to play with while being supervised."
Swimming variety: Different swimming environments suit different ages. "Great pool to swim in with two water slides. Walk in style, large, heated, slides. Loved it. Nice playground. Came a bit pre-season last year for weekend."
Beach access: Lake swimming remains popular with families. "It has a small beach area right on Lake George, which is nice for swimming. The sites are good sized and wooded."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: At Lake George RV Park, location matters. "We were on site 58 which backed up to the splash park. It was one of the largest sites we've ever stayed in. The sand/dirt was a bit of a nuisance but not a deal breaker. The water/electric was positioned perfectly that we could have gotten away with using 5 foot connections."
Seasonal site availability: King Phillip's Campground caters to long-term RVers. "The campground was clearly devoted to seasonal campers (moving a camper/trailer into a site and leaving it there for the summer as a weekend home-away-from-home)."
Hookup considerations: Sewer connections vary in design. "The sewer hook-up was very weird and at an angle that was hard to secure my hose to. Instead of flowing straight down into the ground, it was at 45 degrees and took a big rock for me to secure it."
Site leveling: Preparation is key for RVs at some parks. "Sites are pretty inconsistent– meaning some are long and wide with good privacy but others are not. With over 400 campsites there are a lot to chose from and hard to know which is best for you unless you have been there before."
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best season for camping in Bolton Landing?
When is the best season for camping in Bolton Landing?
The best season for camping in Bolton Landing is late spring through early fall, with peak conditions from June through September. During this period, you can fully enjoy water activities on Lake George and the surrounding rivers. Lake Durant Campground offers beautiful experiences in early September when trees begin showing fall colors, creating spectacular scenery. Summer months provide warm temperatures ideal for swimming and boating, while Lewey Lake Campground, though slightly further from Bolton Landing, showcases the region's natural beauty throughout the camping season with less crowding in spring and fall.
Where are the campgrounds in Bolton Landing, NY?
Where are the campgrounds in Bolton Landing, NY?
Bolton Landing offers several campground options in and around the Lake George area. Glen Island Group — Lake George Islands provides a unique island camping experience accessible by boat, with some sites offering private island accommodations. For RV enthusiasts, Lake George Schroon Valley Resort is located just fifteen minutes from Bolton Landing shops and restaurants, situated along the scenic Schroon River. Additional options include Long Island Group near Bolton Landing and various campgrounds within a short drive in the surrounding Lake George region.
What amenities are available at Bolton Landing campgrounds?
What amenities are available at Bolton Landing campgrounds?
Bolton Landing area campgrounds offer various amenities depending on your camping preferences. Lake George RV Park provides extensive facilities just a short drive from Bolton Landing, featuring full hookups, recreational activities, and is ideally situated for Lake George area vacations. For those seeking a more natural experience, DevilDoc Campsites offers basic accommodations perfect for overnight stays. Many campgrounds in the region provide water access, toilets, picnic areas, and fire pits, while the more developed sites include shower facilities, camp stores, and recreational amenities.
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